1998 BMW M vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Because 1998 BMW M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M | DS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |